The Last Word with Matt Cooper
Today FM
On Ireland's most cutting edge current affairs show, Matt and his guests provide a running stream of intelligent opinions and heated debates on the issues that matter most to Irish listeners. You might not always agree, but you'll never want to miss a Word.
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Oct 13, 2023 • 14min
Israeli Army Orders Civilians To Evacuate North Gaza Within 24 Hours
Peter Power, Executive Director of UNICEF Ireland joined The Last Word to discuss the latest on tensions in the Middle East.Listen by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 13, 2023 • 24min
The Week Trending
Ireland's roundabouts, addictive foods, and funerals without priests?Sarah McGuinness, Deputy News Editor with the Business Post, and Ben Finnegan, Today FM News Anchor joined the Last Word to discuss the week's biggest trending stories.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 12, 2023 • 9min
Will Concert Films Save The Cinema?
What will the return of concert films do for the future of the cinema industry?Brian Lloyd joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 12, 2023 • 9min
Israel Prepares For Gaza Ground Offensive
Israel continues it's siege and air strikes on Gaza. What are the details of a possible ground offensive?Bel Trew, Chief International Correspondent for The Independent joined The Last Word to discuss.Listen by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 12, 2023 • 13min
Fifa Risks Breaking Climate Pledges
Plans for the 2030 Fifa World Cup seem to contradict the corporation's pledge to become carbon neutral. John Gibbons joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 12, 2023 • 7min
How To Stay Up To Date With Tech And Not Get Left Behind
Do you or a loved one find it tough to keep up with new technology?Andy O’Donoghue joined The Last Word to shed some light on staying on top of things when it comes to tech!Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 11, 2023 • 11min
Biden Condemns Hamas Attack On Israel
Joe Biden has condemned the Hamas raid on Israel, echoing the overwhelming US support for Israel in light of the events.Marion McKeone, US Correspondent with The Business Post joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 11, 2023 • 8min
Irish Celebrity Pleads Not Guilty To Charges Of Defilement
An Irish celebrity who is on trial for the alleged defilement of an underage girl has pleaded not guilty.Frank Greaney, Courts Correspondent for Today FM joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 11, 2023 • 12min
Minister For Education Norma Foley: Parents Cannot Be Forced To Pay Voluntary Contribution
Minister For Education, Norma Foley joined The Last Word to discuss the details of Budget 2024's education investments, as well as her thoughts on the infamous voluntary contribution. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
Oct 10, 2023 • 10min
Climate Goal Measures In Budget 2024
Have the Government done enough with regards to climate action in Budget 2024?Minister for Environment, Climate Action, Communications and Transport, Eamon Ryan joined The Last Word to discuss.Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.
